His answer was that yes, battery-powered LED lights have improved in the last few years, making them ideal for using in a closet – as long as you can find a light with premium LEDs for better light quality, which led to his Mr. Beams recommendation.

“Two features set this model apart: First, the beam is a pleasing pure white that renders colors well…,” writes Michael Hsu. “Second, the light maintains a consistent brightness for roughly the first half of the batteries’ life, after which it gradually dims. (Some products begin losing potency right away).”